Jeanne Velasco, Pulmonologist (Pediatric)
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Jeanne Velasco

Pulmonologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Pulmonology

160 Erie Ave Philadelphia PA, 19134
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Dr. Jeanne Velasco practices Pediatric Pulmonology in Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Velasco treats children who have breathing problems, or a problem with his or her lungs. Pediatric pulmonologists often treat children with chronic cough, difficulty breathing, recurring pneumonia, asthma, cystic fibrosis, apnea, chronic lung disease in premature infants, noisy breathing, and conditions that require special equipment to monitor and/or help with breathing at home.

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Philadelphia, PA 19134
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